1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Camaro |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |